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Rosh HaShanah Begins at Sundown Today

In Hebrew, Rosh means “head” and HaShanah means “the year,” so the name of the holiday literally means “Head of the Year.” It is the Jewish new year, even though it takes place in the seventh month – Tishrei – of the Jewish calendar. The first month of the Jewish calendar is Nisan which takes place in the spring.  

Rosh HaShanah is a time of celebration and introspection.  The two days of Rosh Hashanah usher in the Ten Days of Repentance (Aseret Yemei Teshuvah), also known as the Days of Awe (Yamim Noraim), which culminate in the major fast day of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. Below are links to websites that will provide much more information about Rosh HaShanah.

(1) My Jewish Learning -- Basics, Traditions & Rituals, Food and Prayers – CLICK HERE.

(2) Judaism 101 – CLICK HERE.

(3) HAARETZ – The history of Rosh Hashanah, which wasn't always the 'new year' – CLICK HERE.

(4) About Religion – The 8 Most Important Things to Know About Rosh HaShanah – CLICK HERE.


Now for some great modern songs for Rosh HaShanah.

(1) Dip Your Apple (Fountainheads) – CLICK HERE.

(2) Get Clarity (Aish) – CLICK HERE.

(3) Rosh Hashanah Medley (Klezmer Company) – CLICK HERE.


L’shanah Tovah
Have a TOV New Year!


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